SF’s 7th Annual Bastille Day Festival 2026 (Embarcadero Plaza)

Bastille Day SFCelebrate France’s national holiday at the 7th annual Bastille Day SF Festival, returning to Embarcadero Plaza with a full day of French food, wine, beer, live music, dance performances, shopping, and cultural activities. Browse French vendors and organizations, watch the popular Waiters Race, try your hand at pétanque with free lessons, or join a guided walking tour exploring San Francisco’s historic French connections. The festival also celebrates 250 years of friendship between France and the United States. Festival Highlights: French food, pastries, wine, beer, and more Live music and dance performances French vendors, businesses, and cultural organizations Free pétanque lessons (11 a.m.–3 p.m.) Waiters Race (3:15 p.m.; advance registration required) San Francisco City Guides walking tours (advance registration required) The free festival runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at Embarcadero Plaza. Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.